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Curcumin – A Critical Phytonutrient for Reducing Inflammation and Improving Brain Function

Curcumin – A Critical Phytonutrient for Reducing Inflammation and Improving Brain Function

It is known that the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease in India is significantly lower than in the United States. Researchers have postulated that the reason for this lower incidence is the presence of turmeric, a spice widely used in Indian cuisine. Curcumin, the yellow pigment present in turmericis thought to be a critical phytonutrient for managing chronic disease.